The storyline for the Miami game this year will be the renewed running game of the Hokies led by Brandon Ore going against the best rushing defense in the country. The Hurricanes have not allowed 100 yards rushing to a team this year and Ore is coming off consecutive 200+ yard games. If the Hokies can have any success running the ball against the Canes, then expect a Virginia Tech victory.

If the running attack does not work, then look for Tech to go to the short passing game to loosen up the defense. First down will be critical for the Hokies to keep from second-and-long situations and having the Hurricanes pin their ears back and come after Glennon. Tech must do a much better job picking up the blitz this year and getting the ball quickly to receivers. Expect to see Ike Whitaker get some time just to give the Canes a change of pace, particularly if the Hokies are having trouble moving the ball.

Miami is a dangerous team and much better than their record indicates. The Hurricanes seem to fade late in games, which have led to some games being closer than they should and, in the case of Louisville, the Cardinals pulled away in the fourth quarter in a game that was tight for three quarters. Miami led most of last week against Georgia Tech, only to let the game get away, so do not underestimate the Canes. Miami is still a very good team.

Offensive line problems have been the biggest concern for Miami, which has had trouble generating a consistent running game and protecting Kyle Wright. The offensive line, combined with some injuries and suspensions to wide receivers, has led to an inconsistent offense. The defense has been superb for the most part, but too many times the Canes have turned the ball over or yielded poor field position. As with most Miami teams, the Hurricanes specialize in bringing the heat and the Hokies need to have a good plan of attack to counter that pressure.

I believe that Brandon Ore will be able to have a 100 yard rushing day and the Hokies will generate enough offense to keep Miami off balance. Turnovers will be a factor for both teams and hopefully Tech will do no worse than match the Canes in takeaways. Virginia Tech's defense will hold down the Miami offense and the Hokies will put enough pressure on Kyle Wright to keep him from being effective. Both teams will pick up some points from their defense or special teams, but in the end the Hokies will prevail.

Some tough games to predict last week, so I am happy with a 5-2 record only missing the games involving the Florida schools – Georgia Tech beating Miami and Maryland knocking off Florida State. For the year I am now 48-16. Here are the results from last week:

The most important game in the ACC in terms of the division races finds two unlikely teams leading the pack with identical records. Last year BC overcame five turnovers in coming back against the Deacons, but this year's game should be much more cleanly played. Wake Forest may be the sentimental favorite, but I see the Demon Deacons struggling against the Eagles' size, and BC will play ball control behind an effective running game. Wake will stay in the game behind Riley Skinner's efficient passing, but I believe Boston College has too much size and overall talent for the Deacs. Boston College by 4 (24-20)

Maryland has won their last three games over UVA, N.C. State, and Florida State to put themselves in the title chase, but the Terps will have their hands full with an angry Clemson Tigers squad. Clemson will be looking to redeem themselves after the loss to the Hokies, and the focus will be on the running game. Maryland has a solid defense, but I can't see the Terps handling the Tigers ground game, and Clemson will win going away. Clemson by 16 (33-17)

The Rambling Wreck can effectively clinch the Coastal Division title with a win while the Wolfpack are fighting to become bowl eligible. Last year State came away with a win when Garland Heath intercepted a pass in the end zone that went off of Calvin Johnson's hand. I would expect a similar defensive struggle between these two schools with Calvin Johnson being the difference. The Pack's corners are too small to handle Johnson, and Tech's defense will keep N.C. State's running game under control. Georgia Tech by 6 (16-10)

The Cavaliers are turning their season around behind a stout defense, while the Seminoles continue to flounder. No one would have ever guessed that FSU would currently be in the basement of the Atlantic Division, and I believe the pride of the Noles will come out in this game. The Wahoos will have trouble moving the ball on FSU, but I wouldn't expect a lot of offense out of the Noles either. In a defensive struggle, I'll go with the Seminoles. Florida State by 16 (23-7)

The Tar Heels have little motivation left, and going against Brady Quinn, Jeff Samardzija, Darius Walker and company will prove too much for the beleaguered UNC defense. Look for the Irish to win running away. Notre Dame by 31 (45-14)

Duke may actually have a chance in this game, as run defense is the strength of the Blue Devil team and Navy, of course, is almost strictly a running team. If the Blue Devils can generate some offense they could pull off the win, but I am still going with the Midshipmen in a close game. Navy by 7 (17-10)

Another fairly predictable week as I finished 13-2, missing only Oregon State's upset of USC and Oklahoma State knocking off Nebraska. My record for the season is now 132-17. The biggest game for this week was Thursday night's Louisville win over West Virginia (which I accurately predicted), but I smell another upset coming from the SEC this weekend. Here are the results from last week:

The marquis SEC game finds the LSU Tigers traveling to Knoxville to gain revenge on the Volunteers for last year's thrilling 30-27 comeback. While most fans see Tennessee's defense holding down LSU, I believe Jamarcus Russell will rise to the occasion and have his best game, and the Tigers will be able to do enough on the ground to control the ball. LSU is ready for a big game and I'm going with the upset. LSU by 11 (24-13)

The Aggies are quietly putting together a very good season, and the nation would take notice if A&M could knock off the Sooners. Texas A&M has the largest weapon in the country in Javorski Lane and a solid defense, but Oklahoma's defense was impressive against Missouri, and the Sooners also have momentum. Oklahoma has learned to play without Adrian Peterson, and I see the Sooners pulling out a close win in a defensive battle. Oklahoma by 3 (16-13)

• Ohio State over Illinois by 35 (42-7)
• Michigan over Ball State by 38 (38-0)
• Texas over Oklahoma State by 29 (42-13)
• Auburn over Arkansas State by 36 (42-6)
• Florida over Vanderbilt by 17 (31-14)
• Southern Cal over Stanford by 35 (49-14)
• California over UCLA by 19 (35-16)
• Arkansas over South Carolina by 6 (23-17)
• Wisconsin over Penn State by 9 (26-17)
• Oregon over Washington by 18 (31-13)
• Nebraska over Missouri by 15 (31-16)

For the 1-AA schools in the state of Virginia, I got back on track going 5-1 last week only missing Villanova's upset of William & Mary. I now stand at 40-9 for the season. Here are the results from last week:

Not a big week for the in-state 1-AA schools this week with the best games being the three Atlantic 10 contests.

• James Madison over Delaware by 18 (35-17)
• Richmond over Villanova by 9 (23-14)
• William & Mary over Towson by 5 (28-23)
• Hampton over Bethune-Cookman by 9 (37-28)
• Western Carolina over Liberty by 7 (24-17)
• Morgan State over Norfolk State by 3 (20-17)

Have fun watching the games!